Pune: ‘Subhedari,’ an autobiography by IAS (Rtd.) Avinash Subhedar and published by Manovikas Prakashan, was launched today by former State Information Commissioner and senior writer-editor, Vijay Kuwalekar. The event, held at Harshal Hall on Karve Road, was presided over by senior agricultural scientist Dr. Budhajirao Mulik and the event was held at Harshal Hall on Karve Road. The event was attended by former Divisional Commissioner Chandrakant Dalvi, former Sugar Commissioner Shekhar Gaikwad, poet Dr. Sanjay Upadhye, author Avinash Subhedar, and representatives from Manovikas Prakashan, including Arvind Patkar and Nitish Salunke, who also contributed to the book.
On the occasion, Vijay Kuvalekar said that the only a good person can become a good officer. Compassion, awareness of circumstances, empathy for the common people, and the goodness within a person lead to the making of a people-oriented officer. Wisdom gained from the soil shapes a person. A person who has experienced the hardships of poverty can understand the emotions of ordinary people more deeply. Avinash Subhedar exemplifies how one can become an excellent officer even with a Marathi medium education in rural areas. He focused more on ‘Action’ than ‘Acting,’ which allowed him to accomplish good work.”
Dr. Budhajirao Mulik stated, “The Agricultural College taught us to ‘Always act truthfully,’ and Subhedar has truly lived by this. The people are the real masters. The government and administration work to serve the people. If agriculture thrives, we will survive. If agriculture disappears, so will the world. Therefore, officers should always prioritize the welfare of agriculture, farmers, and the common people.”
Chandrakant Dalvi mentioned that this book serves as a guiding light for the new generation of officers. He appreciated Subhedar’s journey, presented in straightforward language without any pretense. Shekhar Gaikwad noted that more than as an officer, Subhedar is appreciated as a sensitive human being.
Avinash Subhedar said, “I have always acted with dedication and a sense of duty. My goal has always been to give my best. The Jambulpada incident tested my humanity. The four years I spent with Chief Minister Manohar Joshi were the best. I faced many challenges, but it is satisfying to have contributed a little to the people without compromising honesty and perseverance.”
In the introduction, Arvind Patkar expressed that Subhedar’s book provides a vision of how an administrative officer should be—sensitive and community-oriented. He added that it was a pleasure to publish the autobiography of an officer dedicated to public welfare. Dr. Sanjay Upadhye also praised Subhedar’s work. The event was hosted by Supriya Godbole-Chitrav, and Yashwant Gargate offered a vote of thanks.
Karve Road: At the publication ceremony of the autobiography ‘Subhedari’ by former IAS officer Avinash Subhedar, published by Manovikas Prakashan, from left to right: Shekhar Gaikwad, Dr. Sanjay Upadhye, Chandrakant Dalvi, Dr. Budhajirao Mulik, Vijay Kuwalekar, Avinash Subhedar, Arvind Patkar, and Nitish Salunke.
